Job Description

Admin Assistant

Orpington | £29.7k- £34k per annum (Dependent on skills & qualifications)

Full-time | Office based

REQ6172

We’re looking for a highly organised and proactive Administrator to join our Operational Support function. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment, supporting teams who help keep our network running safely and efficiently.

In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring the smooth day‑to‑day operation of our teams by providing high‑quality administrative support, accurate reporting, and reliable coordination. You’ll be joining a friendly and collaborative team where your contribution will make a real difference.

I help to keep people safe and warm by…

• Supporting the scheduling and coordination of operational activities, meetings and team resources
• Maintaining and updating plans and operational documents using our internal systems
• Compiling and validating operational data for internal reports and dashboards
• Ensuring accuracy and consistency of information across systems and documentation
• Preparing, printing and collating documents such as work packs and compliance records
• Managing digital and physical filing systems in line with SGN standards
• Handling day‑to‑day admin tasks including correspondence, record keeping and ordering office supplies
• Assisting the wider team with ad‑hoc operational support as required

What you’ll need

• The ability to communicate effectively and politely, both verbally and in writing, with employees, managers and customers within and outside the Company.
• A neat and accurate working style, along with strong computer literacy, ideally with competence in Microsoft software packages such as Word and Excel
• The ability to prioritise and manage your time and workload and be able to work as part of a team.
• A keen eye for detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Preferred, but not essential; Previous administrative experience, ideally within utilities, engineering or operational environments.

Not sure you meet every requirement?

Research shows some people – particularly women and those from underrepresented backgrounds – may hesitate to apply unless they meet every criteria. At SGN, we value diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

If this role interests you but you’re not sure you tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you. You might be just who we’re looking for – now or in the future.

Why SGN?

SGN leads pioneering research and development for a net-zero energy system. Our innovative technologies are transforming the gas industry while keeping people safe and warm. We are an award-winning employer, including CCA Gold Awards for Great Places to Work and Inclusivity and Accessibility, and a proud Gold member of the Armed Forces Covenant.

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